Rivers Project Officer
Great Ouse Rivers Trust
Join us as The Great Ouse Rivers Trust - Rivers Project Officer
21 Hours | Remote/Hybrid |£31,897–£33,078 FTE
About the Role
Help restore chalk streams and connect communities with nature. We’re looking for a Rivers Project Officer to lead river restoration projects in the River Ivel area for the Great Ouse River catchment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of chalk stream restoration projects, focusing on nature-based solutions and natural flood management.
- Build strong relationships with local communities, campaigners, and volunteers to understand their priorities and inspire action.
- Lead and support volunteer groups to enable meaningful participation in river restoration and conservation activities.
- Encourage citizen science, helping volunteers collect and evaluate data to demonstrate the impact of their work.
- Prepare high-quality reports for management, funders, and regulators.
What We’re Looking for
We need someone with:
- Experience in environmental science, biology, hydrology, conservation management and geography.
- Knowledge of river catchments and challenges facing the Great Ouse.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (insured for work use).
Opportunity for Professional Development
The size of the Trust and the beginning of project delivery mean that the post holder will have extensive opportunities to develop a range of skills and experience. This will be supported through both external and on-the-job training, as well as immersion within an organisation and the Rivers Trust movement, which operates at the vanguard of conservation and catchment management.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a dynamic, values-driven organisation at a transformative time
- Work with an active, experienced Board and engaged partners
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities
- Help us create lasting environmental and community impact
Deadline: 9 January 2026, 12 noon
Interviews: 21 January 2026, in-person at Bedfordshire Rural Community Charity (Beds RCC), The Old School, Cardington, Bedford, MK44 3SX.
For questions, contact Kirsten Bennett, Trust Development Manager Consultant: [email protected]
About Great Ouse Rivers Trust
The Great Ouse Rivers Trust is an environmental body dedicated to protecting the Great Ouse and its tributaries, lakes, wetlands and wider catchment for the benefit of people and nature.
Proud to be a part of the Rivers Trust movement, we are one of over 65 local river trusts across the UK and Ireland that are at the forefront of the campaign for healthy rivers and sustainable catchment management.
We want to work with communities, landowners, businesses and environmental organisations to achieve our vision for the Great Ouse: A natural and healthy river enjoyed and valued by all.
The Great Ouse Rivers Trust is an environmental body dedicated to protecting the Great Ouse and its tributaries, lakes, wetlands and wider catchment for the benefit of people and nature. Proud to be a part of the Rivers Trust movement, we are one of over 65 local river trusts across the UK and Ireland that are at the forefront of the campaign for healthy rivers and sustainable catchment management. We want to work with communities, landowners, businesses and environmental organisations to achieve our vision for the Great Ouse: A natural and healthy river enjoyed and valued by all.
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